There have been greater than 150 expressions of curiosity for the scholarships from Palestinians, with the bulk beneath 25. Greater than half of the purposes are from Gaza.
Fifteen Palestinians have utilized to the Nationwide College of Singapore, seven to the Singapore Administration College, three to the Singapore College of Social Sciences, and two to the Singapore Institute of Know-how.
The programs embrace pharmaceutical science, enterprise administration, AI and innovation, in addition to software program engineering and pc science.
PSI mentioned that these are provisional numbers as purposes are ongoing and the schools are contemplating the purposes.
“The PSI scholarship shall be assessed and awarded solely to college students who’re profitable of their utility to the taking part universities primarily based on present admissions necessities,” it mentioned.
The primary PSI students are anticipated to start out their research within the upcoming educational 12 months.
Ms Ong advised CNA that PSI is in talks with volunteers a few potential residence host programme, however funds have been budgeted for campus lodging for the students.
“We’re grateful for the varied and widespread help of PSI from Singaporeans and residents alike,” she added.
“Whereas we might not change the world with this small contribution, we sincerely hope that PSI could make a world of distinction to 1 or two younger Palestinian students who come to Singapore to review annually.”
A 23-year-old applicant mentioned: “I’m excited concerning the alternative to review in Singapore and to contribute to the worldwide dialog on expertise and innovation.
“This scholarship is not going to solely assist me obtain my educational {and professional} targets, however it’ll additionally permit me to develop personally and contribute meaningfully to society.”
